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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Waterbury's Century-Old Hardware Store Seeks New Owner

A well-known hardware store in Waterbury is on the market. The store has been a mainstay for a century. It is now looking for a new owner. The store, located on Chase Avenue, is up for sale for just under $2. 8 million. This includes the hardware store, a garden center, and a repair shop

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Apr 15 2025WEATHER

Shaking in Southern California: A Quick Look at the 5. 2 Quake

The ground shook in Southern California on a Monday morning. A 5. 2 magnitude earthquake hit the region. This was not a big surprise. The area is known for its seismic activity. The epicenter was in San Diego County, just a few miles from Julian. This small mountain town is famous for its apple

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Radiation Risks: The Hidden Cost of CT Scans

CT scans have become a staple in modern medicine. They help doctors spot and track various health issues. However, they come with a hidden cost. These scans use ionizing radiation, which can raise the risk of cancer. A recent study tried to figure out just how much this risk is. The findings are eye

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Big Tech's Rollercoaster Ride with Trump's Tariffs

The tech world was in a spin last week. Big names in Silicon Valley were trying to figure out if they'd get a break from Trump's trade war with China. The White House had been flip-flopping for days, leaving tech companies in the dark about whether they'd be hit with massive tariffs. The drama star

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

The Unexpected Shift in Migration Policies

The Department of Homeland Security has recently sent out a wave of notices to immigrants. These notices are clear and direct. They tell tens of thousands of migrants to leave the United States right away. These migrants had been living and working in the country temporarily. They had been given per

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Silicon Valley's Changing Political Tide

The tech world is often seen as a place of innovation and progress. Yet, it's also a place where political views are shifting. Jeremy Lyons is one of many who have noticed this change. He used to see himself as someone who wasn't too involved in politics. He had only taken part in one protest bef

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Apr 15 2025OPINION

The Shift in Trade: A New Dawn for American Workers

The announcement of new tariffs on April 2, 2025, marked a significant turning point in U. S. trade policy. President Trump, flanked by union workers, declared this day as a moment of liberation from the free-trade agreements that had long been hailed as economic saviors. These tariffs are not minor

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

GPFirst: The Digital Push for Better Health Choices

In 2019, a clever plan was put into action to change how people in eastern Singapore handle minor health issues. The idea was to steer folks away from crowded emergency rooms and towards local clinics. This plan was called GPFirst. The goal was to make people more aware of GPFirst and to get them to

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Apr 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Nanomaterials and Water Creatures: The Hidden Impact

Black phosphorus nanosheets (BPNS) are a hot topic in the world of science and technology. These tiny, two-dimensional sheets are amazing for many reasons. They have unique properties that make them useful in medicine and tech. But there is a downside. As they become more popular, there are worries

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Apr 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Mountain Ecosystems and the Climate Change Challenge

Mountains are key players in keeping Earth's life-support systems running. They are home to a wide range of plants and animals. But they are also in big trouble. The planet is heating up, and these ecosystems are feeling the heat. The big question is: how will they react to these temperature changes

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